Marching Band Under Fire; Polar Bear Plunge Death Trial; FBI Investigating Freeholder; Girl Denied Medical Marijuana

By KAREN WALL (Patch Staff)

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Health Complaint Against Brick Memorial Marching Band Settled, Official Says
The most recent complaint by a neighbor against the band, to the Board of Health, draws overwhelming support for the band.

Wrongful Death Trial in Case of Woman Who Died Following Jersey Shore Polar Bear Plunge Begins
Tracy Hottenstein’s family alleges she was alive when first responders initially declared her dead.

Contractor Says In Deposition That FBI Is Investigating Vicari, Claims Vicari Threatened His Life
Vicari denies claims, calls accuser a “vicious liar who hates me.”

Authorities Seize 2,700 Heroin Doses, $6,000 From Ocean County Home
Virgilio Lopez-Olivera is lodged in the Ocean County Jail in lieu of $300,000 cash bail; Barnegat police aided in investigation.

Two Men Arrested In Theft Of Necklace Ripped From Elderly Woman’s Neck
Michael Bowerman of Seaside Heights and Brandon Myles of Lacey were identified thanks to help from the public, police said.

South Jersey Girl Denied Medical Marijuana Treatment at School
Genny Barbour can’t have her treatment at school despite its positive effect on her epilepsy.

Princeton University Offensive Lineman: “I’m Gay”
Mason Darrow is believed to be the first openly gay active college football player.

Beach Replenishment In Beach Haven And Holgate To Start In January
Army Corps of Engineers says project on Long Beach Island should take roughly 100 days.

Lacey Police Charge Florida Man With ‘Huffing’ Cleaner In CarKenneth Farley, 53, had passed out in his car after huffing electronic cleaner, police chief says.

To Cook And To Serve: Police Officer Comes To Elderly Woman’s Aid, Makes Her Dinner
Police officers get called upon for all manner of situations. This Ocean County officer drew praise for his response to an unusual aid call.

Former Seaville Fire Chief Sentenced for Stealing From $46,000 From Fire Company
He was sentenced and his son was admitted to a pre-trial intervention program.

Palestinian Activist Bassem al-Tamimi to Speak in Ocean City Sept. 21
He will speak at the Bayside Center at 7 p.m

Officials Encourage Residents to See Pope, Announce Parking on Camden Waterfront
Officials called the Pope’s visit “joyous” and “historic” Wednesday afternoon.

Sicklerville Teen Exposed Self at South Jersey Wal-Mart: Report
The teen also provided a fake name to police when they responded to the scene early Wednesday morning.

Camden County Cop Makes 300th Narcan Save
The 300th save using the heroin antidote was made on Sept. 11.

Republican Freeholder Candidates at Odds With Gov. Christie Over County Police
Four Republican candidates have vowed to disband the force if elected in November.

State Charges Five More With Lying To Get Sandy Funds
All falsely claimed their primary homes were in Ocean County when Sandy slammed into the Jersey Shore on Oct. 29, 2012.

Camden County Golf Course Tops 100 Best-In-Nation List
S.J. topped them all at No. 1. Like he’s done in just about every other poll, Donald Trump’s New Jersey course scored high, too.

Garbage Truck Fire Outside South Jersey High School Contained
Students at the school were sheltered as a precaution.

Camp Releases Statement on Former Instructor From Moorestown Charged With Child Pornography
The former high ropes instructor at a Mansfield Township day camp allegedly shared images of toddlers being sexually assaulted by adult men.

FEMA Extends Deadline For Superstorm Sandy Victims To Challenge Flood Insurance Claims
Homeowners will have another 30 days to request a review of their payouts.

Inmate Escaped Burlington County Jail Through Broken Door: Report
Michael Mimms escaped over the weekend, but surrendered on Sunday. He said he feared for his life.

MacArthur Under Fire for Lobbying for Money on 9/11 Anniversary: Report [UPDATE]
Thomas MacArthur was one of two congressmen who lobbied for $25 million for the 9/11 Memorial Fund on the 14th anniversary of the attacks.

Princeton Faces November Deadline on Affordable Housing Issue
A Superior Court judge will determine how much affordable housing Princeton should have.

Car Drives Through Front Door Of TGI Fridays In Manahawkin
Glass and debris completely surrounded the vehicle as it was lodged between the frame of the glass doors, police said.

Point Boro Man Charged With Assault By Auto, DUI After Crash Leaves Man In Critical Condition
Passenger ejected, in critical condition after vehicle overturns in early morning crash near Point Pleasant.

Popcorn Park Zoo Loses Two Beloved Cougars From The ‘Texas 7’
Both animals had to be put down because of serious, unrelated illnesses.

Brick Joins Fight On Affordable Housing Requirements
The town has satisfied its obligation, mayor says, as council approves plan to see Rutgers analysis of the data.

Cops: Father Of Barnegat Man Connected To Rosie O’Donnell’s Daughter Disappearance Arrested
The suspect is the father of Steven Sheerer - who was arrested in connection with the disappearance of Rosie O‘Donnell‘s daughter.

Halloween Parade Sparks More Towns To Move Trick-Or-Treat Date
Beachwood, Ocean Gate, South Toms River and Pine Beach change the date; Island Heights Council meets Sept. 22 to discuss it.

Toms River Council Asks: Where Will Town Plant 4,300 Trees?The trees are to be purchased, planted and maintained through a No Net Loss grant from the state, a result of the Parkway widening project.